Military contractors are still heading to work despite the U.S. government shutdown. United Technologies Corporation, which makes Black Hawk helicopters for the military, cancelled plans to furlough 2,000 workers after Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel reinstated nearly all furloughed Pentagon workers on Saturday. Hagel said a measure signed last week by President Obama allows civilians to work if they are aiding military morale or capabilities. In response, Lockheed Martin also downgraded its plans to furlough 3,000 workers, instead sending home just 2,400.
Military Contractors Head to Work Despite Gov’t Furloughs
HeadlineOct 08, 2013